express mention
[ɪkˈsprɛs ˈmɛnʃən]
nounpl: express mentions
menção expressa
1. A clear, explicit, and direct reference or statement about something, often made intentionally and unambiguously
The contract included an express mention of the payment terms.
O contrato incluía uma menção expressa dos termos de pagamento.
2. In legal or formal contexts, a specific and deliberate naming or reference to a particular person, thing, or condition
Without express mention of liability, the company cannot be held responsible.
Sem menção expressa de responsabilidade, a empresa não pode ser responsabilizada.
This term is predominantly used in legal, contractual, and formal business contexts in both Brazil and the United States. It emphasizes clarity and intentionality, which are critical in legal documents where ambiguity can lead to disputes.
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